Why Are We Giving Away Our Best Album For Free?

Because we’d rather mail you a real CD than chase TikTok dances for the algorithm.

Maybe Next Time: best of The Empty Pockets CD

Chicago band. Beatles, Allman Brothers, Fleetwood Mac, and Ben Folds Five obsessed.

Sale price $0.00 Regular price $19.00
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We cover the album. You just cover shipping.

We’re The Empty Pockets.
A fully independent Chicago band with two #1 Billboard Blues Albums.

Instead of chasing the algorithm, we made a Best Of CD and started mailing it directly to new listeners.

The CD is free.
You just cover shipping.

Maybe Next Time: best of The Empty Pockets CD

Maybe Next Time: best of The Empty Pockets CD

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Why We Giving Away This CD

Most artists ask you to stream a song and hope the algorithm does the rest.

We made a Best Of CD and started mailing it to people instead.

No label. No middlemen. Just real songs and real listeners.

We cover the album.

You just cover shipping.

What Happens Next


We pack your order in Chicago.

A few days later, real music arrives in your mailbox.

Every order is still packed by actual humans, not robots.



Why This Works Better Than Streaming


Most artists ask you to discover them through an app.

You hear half a song.
The algorithm moves on.
The moment disappears.

We wanted to try something different.

So instead of asking you to stream first, we send you a full album.

Put it in your car.
Play it while cooking dinner.
Live with the songs for a while.

No ads interrupting
No algorithm deciding what comes next.

Just time with the music.

Here's what other first time listeners had to say...

I ordered one of your CDs... I had never heard of The Empty Pockets until then, and now you're one of my favorite groups! As a fellow musician, I appreciate the talent; in a sea of autotuned crap, this music is stellar.

Eileen S.

I Love this group of talented musicians :)!!! The music is Creative & Fun to listen to!!! Your passion for your Art is endearing! Keep making beautiful music!!!!

Carolyn H.

Awesome record by an awesome band.

Doug A.

I had never heard of this band until a free CD came up on facebook. I can't wait to get the CD! I went on Youtube and listened to alot of their music and I love it! You can see that Josh has music in his soul!! Erika's voice is beautiful! And together the sound is mesmerizing!

Terry P.

Whenever I see an ad for a band I don’t know to send me a cd, I sign up. I got this today from @theemptypockets and the whole cd is dope af 🔥

Jolene R.

I got a copy a few days ago. Really glad that I did. Now I hope to see them live somewhere.

Ken G.

I received mine in the mail, quick delivery !  The band has a powerhouse lead vocalist, and high level musicianship.  Excellent CD!

Art W.

I saw this "free" offer on Facebook and just had to check it out. What I like about it most is that I can understand the lyrics! I like the songs, too. Can't wait to get the CD.

Mary R., Newark, NJ

Never heard of you but I took a chance and ordered a CD. Then we looked you up and I don't think we'll be disappointed. ❤️

Trisha H.

Listen, this album is GREAT music! Thank you. If your group and my wife & I are within a 90-minute drive, WE WILL BE THERE! Your music has a great rhythm and drive to it. I think we are signed up to follow you, and where you’ll be. You can always give us a heads-up if you are coming to the greater San Francisco Bay Area too.

Ric F.

Wow. I am so delighted by the CD. I have to listen more times before I figure out "what song hit me first". Your album made me stop and listen to the lyrics and the instruments, and not use the music as background while doing other things. Thank you!

Carol L.

You sound great and so much fun !!! Hope you make it Oregon or Idaho - would love to see you!!

David A.

Want to listen before you jump in? Of course.

Here's a taste of what you'll get on Maybe Next Time...

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No subscription. No obligation. Just the CD. You just cover shipping.

We believe that if you like what you hear, you’ll stick around — maybe even come to a show or grab a full album later. But this CD? It’s our treat.


Get Your Free CD Before This Batch Runs Out


We’re pressing a limited number of these, and once they’re gone, that’s it.

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Maybe Next Time Tracklist

1. Outside Spectrum (4:20)

2. Shocked by an Electrician (3:09)

3. Make It Through (2:49)

4. Heart of Ash (4:23)

5. Gotta Find the Moon (3:20)

6. Fill It Up (4:05)

7. The Grind (4:45)

8. Wolfpack (3:05)

9. Daylight (4:51)

10. Maybe Next Time (3:14)

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